Blisters for Bread

The Peninsula School Feeding Association (PSFA) is delighted to share the wonderful success of our flagship fundraising event, Blisters for Bread in association with Lucky Star, held on Sunday, 31 August 2025, at the Green Point Common Sports Grounds.

Thanks to your generous support, favourable weather, and outstanding coverage across social media, radio, community newspapers, outdoor digital advertising and television, this year’s walk was a truly memorable occasion. An incredible 9,881 participants laced up their tekkies to participate in either the 5km or 10km walk, reflecting a powerful spirit of community and compassion for hungry schoolchildren.

We were deeply honoured by the presence of esteemed dignitaries from the Western Cape Government and the City of Cape Town. Premier Alan Winde had the privilege of firing the starter’s gun for the 10km walk. He was joined by MEC for Education David Maynier, MEC for Social Development Jaco Londt, and Cllr Francine Higham, Mayoral Committee Member for Community Services and Health. We were also pleased to welcome Lourens de Waal, Managing Director of Lucky Star, along with Brian Benatar, Chairman of PSFA, whose commitment and leadership continue to drive this event forward.

Every participant who crossed the finish line was celebrated as a winner, receiving a medal and a Sneaker Lab sneaker wipe as well as refreshing beverages from Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages and delicious tasters generously supplied by Lucky Star.

The festivities concluded with a spectacular free live concert showcasing some of Cape Town’s finest singers. The audience was treated to memorable performances by Mujahid George, a surprise appearance by Alistair Isobell, as well as Anslin Gysman and Natasha van der Merwe, who was joined on stage by her fellow Suidooster cast and crew. Their energy and talent created an unforgettable atmosphere. Adding to the vibrancy of the occasion, Heart FM presenter Gershawn Coetzee and PSFA Fundraising Manager Charles Grey co-presented the concert, keeping spirits high throughout the event.

Reflecting on the event’s success, Petrina Pakoe, Director of PSFA, shared:
“Blisters for Bread is more than just a walk – it is a movement of compassion, unity, and hope. Seeing thousands of people come together for one purpose – to feed hungry children – reminds us of the power of community. Each step taken brings us closer to ensuring that no child goes to school on an empty stomach.”

On behalf of the learners we serve, the voluntary general committee, management, and staff of PSFA, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to the following:

• Everyone who entered the event and participated in the 10km or 5km walks, or made donations
• Lucky Star – main sponsor
• Blue Ribbon – support sponsor
• Akila – support sponsor
• Bidfood SA for making a generous donation in support of the event
• City of Cape Town’s Events Department and the City Services for sponsoring metro and law enforcement services
• Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages – hydration and logistics partner
• Heart FM – official radio partner
• People’s Post – official print media partner, including the TygerBurger and City Vision
• Members of the Lions Club of the greater Western Cape who volunteered as marshals
• Bizcommunity.com – digital partner
• The Western Cape Department of Cultural Affairs and Sport (DCAS) for sponsoring public toilets
• The Glynt Group for the complimentary digital outdoor advertising
• Sportsmans Warehouse branches for entry registrations and sponsoring lucky draw prizes
• Sneaker LAB for sponsoring the sneaker wipe for all walkers and prizes for the Lucky draw
• Banks R & L Hiring, for offering a great discount on the marquee and catering equipment for PSFA’s hospitality area
• Oxford University Press and Nurture Shared Services for purchasing hospitality packages
• All companies that purchased group entries
• Crocs for the generous donation made in support of the event
• Olympic, for sponsoring hoodies for PSFA staff and prizes for the lucky draw
• Balega Socks for sponsoring socks for the PSFA staff and VIP goodie bags
• Melomed24, Melbro, Cape Town Tourism, Akila, Lucky Star, Heart FM and Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages, for providing prizes for the lucky draw
• NOMU and Coca-Cola Peninsula Beverages, for sponsoring products for our VIP hospitality area and the VOC
• Warren Lodge and the LIFE brand team, together with Jade Campbell, for expertly managing the social media for the event
• Top Events SA, for the outstanding job done organising the event on our behalf

Together, we are making a lasting difference in the lives of children across the Western Cape.

Save the date! Blisters for Bread 2026 is happening on Sunday, 16 August – and we can’t wait to walk, laugh, and make a difference with you again!”